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Dog Friendly Renting

Posted : 8/16/2012 1:09:18 PM

I live in a small valley in Utah. It's not exactly what you might call a dog community. There are virtually no dog parks, very few people parks allow them even on leashes. The humane Society tries, but falls short of many of thier goals. The animal control program is a joke and finding somewhere to live that will allow pets of any kind can be a nightmare!

After searching and searching, filling out application after application, about a thousand phone calls and being greeted with nothing but rejection, I have finally secured a residence for my furry family! I am thrilled! It has large yard with the river running right through the back of the property! Oh how Murphy will love to swim every single day! I am just feeling grateful and feel like sharing with those who I'm sure have had similar difficulties! Thanks for Listening!

JackieG

Posted : 8/16/2012 3:07:23 PM

Glad to hear you found a place to rent that allows pets. :) It sounds really neat with the river running through the back of the property.

kpwlee

Posted : 8/16/2012 3:58:12 PM

Glad you got a place and it sounds great!

shadowsgin

Posted : 8/16/2012 4:02:47 PM

Woohoo! Sounds like wet furr flying time in Utah Wink Congrats and good work!

cakana

Posted : 8/16/2012 4:31:41 PM

Congratulations and it sounds like all your hard work paid off nicely for you and your fur family.

ladymagnolia

Posted : 8/16/2012 5:14:10 PM

I'm so happy that you found a home for the fur babies! It sounds wonderful. Maybe when you get settled in you could share some pictures of the yard and the river. I am sure your fur babies will be so excited! Willow-our new rescue puppy

ladymagnolia

Posted : 8/16/2012 5:16:10 PM

OK anyone know how to re-size a picture lol. It's a bit large! But I'm trying to learn :-).

Freedom

Posted : 8/16/2012 5:35:47 PM

Glad you found a place!

Around here, folks often post on craigslist in the pet section asking for ideas where to go that allows pets. When I was renting, I only had a cat or 2, so really didn't have to deal with it. Usually, it is easier to find a duplex if you have dogs, rather than a large complex.

I couldn't tell from your description, is the yard fenced in -- or are you going to have to go out with him each and every time to make sure he does NOT go swimming when you are rushing out? LOL

kendall_the_great

Posted : 8/16/2012 7:30:39 PM

Craigs List was one of the first places I looked, actually. I also have a camper, 2 trucks(one work, one personal), and a car for running around in. So parking was also an issue. Also most of the community is LDS here, which I have no problems with, however they often have a problem renting to unmarried couples. Or if roomates are needed they can be made uncomfortable easily with little lifestyle differences, like beer, or what have you. So along with the dogs we had some other obstacles to overcome as well :) For most of the houses, the dogs, in combination with the other "hang-ups", were the deal breakers. I had to bribe these owners with an exrta large, non-refundable, pet deposit and some fresh baked pies. I haven't decided what flavor to make, yet. LOL

It is not completely fenced, yet. I am going to offer to put one up. A nice one if they will take it off the rent. One that will just work if they dont want to re-emburse us for materials. They listen really well, but I would really love to be able to let them run around outside while I am at work. There will be pleny of shade and sunny spots. I would also like to rig up a fresh river water system, if I can.

kendall_the_great

Posted : 8/16/2012 7:31:59 PM

Thank you! I do love pictures, you'll definately be seeing some! Your new baby is adorable!

Freedom

Posted : 8/17/2012 7:20:20 AM

kendall_the_great
. I had to bribe these owners with an exrta large, non-refundable, pet deposit and some fresh baked pies. I haven't decided what flavor to make, yet. LOL
It is not completely fenced, yet. I am going to offer to put one up. A nice one if they will take it off the rent. One that will just work if they dont want to re-emburse us for materials. They listen really well, but I would really love to be able to let them run around outside while I am at work. There will be pleny of shade and sunny spots. I would also like to rig up a fresh river water system, if I can.

Apple season, peaches are coming in, so many options! Sorry about the extra nonrefundable deposit. Good luck re the fence!

kendall_the_great

Posted : 8/17/2012 10:50:15 AM

Freedom
Apple season, peaches are coming in, so many options!

I have a cherry tree I could raid (thank you grandma) they look ever so good this year! But peach IS hard to beat....hhhhmmmmm....

meimei071625

Posted : 8/18/2012 3:32:22 AM

Congrats for finding a place for them.

kendall_the_great

Posted : 8/18/2012 10:16:58 AM

Thank you everyone! I will take pic of the yard and any cool doggie features!

Nikole Fairview

Posted : 8/26/2012 11:01:04 PM

Your new home sounds absolutely beautiful. I know you and your animals will be happy there. Maybe share how you found something. I know when I first started looking for a place I really had a hard time too, but it only lasted a week. Then without really trying more places became available or God placed them on my path.